9 days in The Balkans Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sat): delve into the distant past at Basilica Cistern, then slough off your stress at Turkish baths, and then see the interesting displays at Rahmi M. Koc Museum.

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Karachi, Pakistan to Istanbul is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pakistan Standard Time to Turkey Time, which is usually a -2 hour difference. Traveling from Karachi in July, expect Istanbul to be a bit cooler, temps between 34°C and 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) so you can fly to Konya.

On the 22nd (Sun), admire the natural beauty at Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sems-i Tebrizi Tomb & Mosque, then take an in-depth tour of Mevlana Muzesi, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Aziziye Cami.

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Traveling by flight from Istanbul to Konya takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Istanbul in July, expect slightly colder with lows of 20°C in Konya. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) to allow time to drive to Antalya.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): explore the ancient world of Hadrian's Gate. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon): examine the collection at Antalya Muzesi, explore the ancient world of Aspendos Ruins, then explore the ancient world of Ancient Theater, and finally wander the streets of Kaleici.

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Traveling by car from Konya to Antalya takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Konya in July, with highs in Antalya at 41°C and lows at 27°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Izmir.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Wed): wander the streets of Kemeralti Market, kick back and relax at Cukuralti Halk Plaji, explore the ancient world of Agora Open Air Museum, then don't miss a visit to Saat Kulesi (Clock Tower), then make a trip to Tarihi Asansor, and finally take in the waterfront at Kordonboyu.

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You can fly from Antalya to Izmir in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Antalya in July, things will get slightly colder in Izmir: highs are around 28°C and lows about 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) so you can fly to Istanbul.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Thu): wander the streets of Ortakoy. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Historic Areas of Istanbul, admire the landmark architecture of Hagia Sophia Mosque, get engrossed in the history at Topkapi Palace, then admire the striking features of Rustem Pasha Mosque, then stop by Sultanahmet District, and finally take an in-depth tour of Galata Tower.

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Traveling by flight from Izmir to Istanbul takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and ferry. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Izmir in July: high temperatures in Istanbul hover around 34°C and lows are around 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.